Universidad del Caribe

Universidad del Caribe (Unicaribe) is a public university located in Cancún, Mexico, founded in 2000. It aims to provide quality education and foster human development through knowledge and culture. The university emphasizes a flexible educational model centered on learning, with a focus on social responsibility and entrepreneurship.

Academics

Unicaribe offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including four engineering programs, four undergraduate programs, and seven Master's degrees. Key faculties include Sustainable Tourism, Gastronomy and Hotel Management, Economics and Business, and Basic Sciences and Engineering. The teaching approach is constructivist, allowing students to choose their subjects and receive personalized tutoring, fostering research, English language proficiency, and technology use.

International Students

Unicaribe actively promotes internationalization through student, faculty, and administrative mobility programs. The university has agreements with numerous international institutions, facilitating exchange opportunities for students to study abroad and for international students to experience Unicaribe. While specific English-taught program statistics are not readily available, the university emphasizes English proficiency and cultural exchange. Support services for international students include academic guidance and assistance with integration into the university community.

Campus & Location

The university is situated in Cancún, Quintana Roo, a major tourist destination in Mexico. The campus features modern buildings, 41 classrooms, 7 workshop laboratories, 17 computer laboratories, sports facilities, and a library specializing in sustainable tourism, hospitality, economics, and engineering. Cancún offers a vibrant city life with numerous attractions, and the university is accessible by public bus routes. The campus also boasts significant biodiversity, with over 213 identified species of flora and fauna.

Career Outcomes

Unicaribe boasts a high employability rate, with over 86% of its graduates finding employment or being hired within six months of graduation. The university maintains strong industry connections, particularly within the hospitality sector, with agreements with more than 800 companies locally and internationally. Career services include an annual job fair that connects students and alumni with local, national, and international companies. The university's focus on entrepreneurship and relevant programs contributes to a strong startup culture among its graduates.